How are pensions taxed under the Colombia-Sweden tax treaty?
Under the Colombia-Sweden tax treaty, private pensions are generally taxable only in the country of residence β meaning no withholding tax applies at source (0%). This is favorable for retirees who have moved between the two countries, as their pension income will not be subject to double taxation. Government pensions may have different rules under a separate treaty article. This 0% rate compares to a median of 0% across Colombia's 19 active treaty partners, and 0% across Sweden's 44 active partners.
Network Comparison
Colombia
Rank 17 of 19 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Norway (0%), Poland (0%), Portugal (0%)
Higher rates with: United States (0%), Canada (15%)
Sweden
Rank 8 of 44 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Switzerland (0%), Chile (0%), China (0%)
Higher rates with: Cyprus (0%), Czech Republic (0%), Germany (0%)